Pediatric lymphedema

Lymphedema can be acquired not only after cancer treatment but can also be hereditary.

The condition can manifest at any age, but it is most commonly observed in childhood.

Our team performs surgery for children over 8 years old, but for younger patients, we offer conservative treatment.

What you need to know about Hereditary Lymphedema:

• There are numerous causes of primary lymphedema. It is associated with over 40 conditions, ranging from genetic abnormalities affecting lymphatic vessels to the absence of the thoracic duct, valve defects in lymphatic vessels, or improper development of lymph nodes.

• Primary lymphedema can affect either one limb (most commonly a leg) or the entire body, including internal organs.
• Symptoms can appear at birth or later in life, triggered by events such as insect bites, injuries, trauma, long flights, or intense physical activity. A defective lymphatic system can function normally for a long time, but lymphedema may manifest once a stress factor arises.